Bachelor of Arts, Tribal Governance and Business Management, Freshman-Entry Option
This program of study will provide students with the knowledge necessary to be productive and successful administrators in Tribal community and business organizations. The program is designed to develop the skills that support Tribal governance and business management. The program of study offers students with the fundamental knowledge and experience necessary to succeed in the areas of leadership, sovereignty, economic development, entrepreneurship, and management.
This option is for students who have not earned an approved Associate in Arts and Sciences or the equivalent.
Northwest Indian College Requirements
Required (11 Credits)
NOTE: CMPS 101 or above; If a computer course coded NE (Non-transfer Elective) is substituted then 3 additional credits of Transfer Electives (coded TE) must be chosen.
Northwest Indian College Foundational Requirements (35 Credits)
CSOV 102: One or more Native language courses totaling at least 5 credits. Consult with an advisor regarding satisfying general education requirements. Requires approval by the Dean of Academics.
General Education Requirements (25 Credits)
Humanities Distribution 15 credit requirement - met in Core Requirements
Social Science Distribution 15 credit requirement - met in Core Requirements
Natural Science Distribution 15 credit requirement - choose courses meeting AAS Natural Science Requirements
Tribal Governance and Business Management Core Requirements (83 credits)
TGBM 499A and TGBM 499B: To be taken within two quarters of completion
Tribal Governance and Business Management Concentration Areas (26 credits)
Students may choose from the concentration areas listed below to complete elective courses for graduation requirements. Please work with your advisor to determine the appropriate concentration for your area of interest. Students who do not select a concentration area will need to choose at least 26 elective course credits, a minimum of 5 which must be 300-499 level courses.
Tribal Casino Management (26 credits)
| HRCM 111 | Intro to Casino Management | 5 |
| HRCM 285 | Leadership and Financial Mgt | 3 |
| Choose 18 additional credits of electives 5, of which must be at the 300-499 level | |
Tribal Entrepreneurship (26 credits)
| BUAD 121 | Personal and Small Business Finance | 3 |
| BUAD 135 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| Choose 20 additional credits of electives, 5 of which must be at the 300-499 level | |
Public and Tribal Administration (26 credits)
| PTAD 210 | Principles of Planning | 3 |
| PTAD 220 | Public Policy Process | 3 |
| PTAD 230 | Tribal Organizational Theory/Development | 3 |
| Choose 17 additional credits of electives 5, of which must be at the 300-499 level | |
Total Credit Hours: 180